I was looking for a Garden Office to avoid the huge cost of Garage conversion and found this at Costco. It has double glazed windows and doors, and will be installed. All you need is to have a base prepared for the office.
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This Forest Garden Chiltern Log Cabin is an elegant structure with a light and spacious interior. Manufactured from high quality 34mm interlocking logs, it features four large double glazed windows, two of which are non-opening, plus two tilt and turn opening windows. The double glazed door has a mortice lock for security and peace of mind. The floor and roof are both constructed from 19 mm tongue and groove boards, with the roof covered in green felt shingles. This cabin is ideal as a home office, summerhouse or garden retreat.
Specification
2 x double glazed tilt and turn opening windows
2 x double glazed non-opening windows
Double door with mortice lock
Cabin material: 34 mm FSC certified interlocking machined logs
Eaves height: 210 cm
Roof material: 19 mm tongue and groove boards with green felt shingle covering
Floor material: 19 mm tongue and groove boards
Eaves height: 210 cm
Dimensions: H 254 x W 400 x D 300 cm
Specifications
Installation Included: Yes
Pre-treated Wood: No
Brand: Forest Garden
Brand: Forest Garden
Double Glazing: Yes
Product Dimensions: H 254 x W 400 x D 300 cm
Assembly Time: Installed
Roof Material: 19 mm Tongue and groove boards
Wood Type: Nordic Spruce
Double Doors: Yes
Log Thickness: 34 mm
- See more at: http://www.costco.co.uk/view/p/forest-garden-chiltern-34mm-log-cabin-13ft-1-x-9ft-8-40-x-30-m-installed-166622#sthash.jyMhoyag.dpuf
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msmyth to qwerta369
10 May 164#2
I'm sure if you agree a rental rate OP will let you live in theirs! :laughing::smile:
Here's one I whittled from old Christmas trees and a blunt spoon......
Painterz1
12 May 16#50
Well, actually my father owns and operates a sawmill. So I know a bit about this sort of thing, yes.
Snowcow
11 May 16#49
http://www.shedstore.co.uk/log-cabins/4x3m-berkshire-padworth-34mm-log-cabin
Same cabin just cheaper built mine myself treated the log's etc with a clear preservative as i went then painted it a sage green outdoor wood paint.
Insulated roof with celotex boards and used fibre slate's with a small heater in used it all winter surprisingly warm even in the coldest of days.
They do a great 42mm thick, 5x4 outhouse for just over £3000 at B&Q.
Take some in over 60 on a Tuesday and get 10% off of it too.
aabb007
11 May 16#45
BTW, If somebody has a better home office deal, please shout. Or if somebody can recommend a garage conversion for around 5-6K, I would love to go ahead with that too.
aabb007
11 May 16#44
Not a bad idea. The trick would be to somehow get the Mobile home in my back garden.
aabb007
11 May 16#43
Dude, i am useless at DIY. Spent a week painting a single room, so you can imagine it might take me a couple of years to do the garage :P
aabb007
11 May 16#42
It is a single garage. Can you DM any good garage conversion companies ? I live outside of Reading.
youngrobbo
11 May 16#41
Had a look at these myself. Went to a local supplier who was a stockist of Forest Garden and was trying to get a look at these. They advised us that they had stopped supplying Forest Garden cabins due to getting so many issues while installing them or from customers who had decided to assemble themselves.
You do have the Costco customer service though, which is awesomely good.
Currently looking at a Keops instead now. Their site makes for interesting reading, especially where insulation etc are concerned.
jasee
11 May 162#40
Sounds a great idea!
Lots of people were I live (in the country) seem to have caravans/mobile homes which they seem to use for temporary accomodation, office space etc.
Travellers sites pop up everywhere
othen
11 May 162#39
Now that is a good idea: buy a second hand caravan to live in, your neighbours will think a traveler's site has been established and property prices will plummet. Buy all the nearby properties at knock down prices, then get rid of the caravan, rottweilers and scrap metal pile, property prices will quickly recover and you can make a killing selling the houses you bought cheaply...
That would be a really good UK hot deal!
jshodgson
11 May 16#38
And don't forget the cost to treat the wood. Mine is similar in size and I pre treated it before construction with 3 coats of preservative then painted in when built. Took f******g ages and ages and cost £150 in materials. I think if you don't treat it it will rot v.quickly.
MarkT1967
11 May 16#37
I'm looking to build something like this in my back garden for my daughter, do you have any links for plans etc chap? Thanks
Going_Digital
11 May 162#36
Funnily enough the installation is not of great value other than saving a bit of time as these things just slot together. Creating a sturdy level base is more complicated than slotting the 'cabin' together.
snappyfish
11 May 16#35
Wow, you sound like an expert. Has anyone spoke to this guy?
Franco78
11 May 16#34
I'm a lumberjack I twerk all day...
thelight1974
11 May 161#33
to be honest, if you aren't shy of a bit of work, you could do this a lot cheaper yourself.
M_z
11 May 16#32
I wouldn't touch this because Costco will subcontract the assembly, so if there are any problems, the following will happen:
The assemblers will blame the base that you prepared and the shed that Costco supplied.
Costco will blame the the assemblers they subcontracted and the base that you prepared.
Either buy an unassembled one for less money, and assemble yourself or pay a trusted handyman. Or find a shed company and get them to do the lot for you, including the base.
I also think to be a year round office, a log cabin will need some decent insulation all round in addition to double glazing.
kennypowers2012
11 May 16#31
factor in £400 for concrete base and £200 for basic electrics. shed will definitely require insulation of sorts to prevent it from becoming too hot in summer and too cold in winter with the provision of a small heater.
I believe the included cost for assembly to be quite high
seanmorris100
11 May 16#30
Hduk pointless deals...
rainymood
11 May 163#29
Spiders..
jasee
11 May 16#28
Probably easier and cheaper to covert a 20' second hand container or buy a second-hand mobile home
Depending on the circumstances it may or may not need planning permission, but it would certainly need building control approval if used as a dwelling. There is no way that this could be made to comply with the regulations at a sensible cost (I've built a timber house, so I have some considerable experience in this).
I suspect the quip about living in it was not a serious one, but the answer would be: not really.
aabb007
11 May 16#22
I have actually been trying to get a shed for some time. Have had a chat with a number of sellers. Based on the info, a Garden shed would not require a planning permission. For small gardens, this could be a problem.
aabb007
11 May 16#21
If you treat it properly, it wont rot :smiley:
Painterz1
11 May 16#20
3 grand is a lot to pay on a shed that will have rotted away inside 5 years.
Gatzar
11 May 161#19
Your going spend 3k on a shed to avoid the huge cost of converting a garage? If you saw (no pun intended ) how simply they prefabricated these things (perhaps there's a youtube video). You might consider building your own. The one in the picture doesn't look like it would be very warm in the winter. It wouldn't be hard to improve upon the design, and make it fit your needs better.
toonarmani
10 May 16#18
Heat added, can't go wrong with Costco for quality and warranty.
Also don't forget 2% cashback for Executive Membership cardholders :smiley:
verysleepy
10 May 161#17
Add internal skin and insulation as I did nice and warm with small heater..!!
Roger_Irrelevant
10 May 161#13
Made of 19mm untreated pine. Good luck with that. :laughing:
themorgatron to Roger_Irrelevant
10 May 16#16
A lick of creosote mixed with engine oil and it'll be fine.
Because this species has no insect or decay resistance qualities after logging, it is generally recommended for construction purposes as indoor use only (ex. indoor drywall framing). Spruce wood, when left outside cannot be expected to last more than 12–18 months depending on the type of climate it is exposed to.
blackops
10 May 161#14
Is it a double garage? A conversion should not cost more than 6k
centaurandrew
10 May 162#8
This guy has some good advice on log cabins -http://www.tuin.co.uk/blog/double-glazing-in-log-cabins-why/
aabb007 to centaurandrew
10 May 16#12
Agreed. I have decided to go ahead since getting a garage conversion is almost 15k. This is something I can take wherever I want or sell it when I move.
These seems more like a summer house. Good value, but wont be usable in winters.
dorset_taco to verysleepy
10 May 161#11
Good deal but not very handy if you live around the south coast.
mattgrant
10 May 162#10
Rubbish! If you were trying to use it as a separate dwelling unit then yes ... But if it is to be used as part of original dwelling the 'use' would not need permission as your property already has C3 use. However it could still require planning permission due to size, previous extensions, position in relation to highway, whether in conservation area etc. Check out planning portal for advice.
aabb007
10 May 161#9
Thats a good idea for a business. Attaching a toilet, and renting it out for 500 quid a month in London. Trust me really good idea :P Obviously, you have to be wary of the council enforcement police :wink:
qwerta369
10 May 16#1
Can I live in it?
msmyth to qwerta369
10 May 164#2
I'm sure if you agree a rental rate OP will let you live in theirs! :laughing::smile:
aabb007 to qwerta369
10 May 16#6
I think you need planning permission if you want to use it as a bedroom. However, if you question is whether it is warm enough, i think with double glazing it should be pretty decent.
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More Details:
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This Forest Garden Chiltern Log Cabin is an elegant structure with a light and spacious interior. Manufactured from high quality 34mm interlocking logs, it features four large double glazed windows, two of which are non-opening, plus two tilt and turn opening windows. The double glazed door has a mortice lock for security and peace of mind. The floor and roof are both constructed from 19 mm tongue and groove boards, with the roof covered in green felt shingles. This cabin is ideal as a home office, summerhouse or garden retreat.
Specification
2 x double glazed tilt and turn opening windows
2 x double glazed non-opening windows
Double door with mortice lock
Cabin material: 34 mm FSC certified interlocking machined logs
Eaves height: 210 cm
Roof material: 19 mm tongue and groove boards with green felt shingle covering
Floor material: 19 mm tongue and groove boards
Eaves height: 210 cm
Dimensions: H 254 x W 400 x D 300 cm
Specifications
Installation Included: Yes
Pre-treated Wood: No
Brand: Forest Garden
Brand: Forest Garden
Double Glazing: Yes
Product Dimensions: H 254 x W 400 x D 300 cm
Assembly Time: Installed
Roof Material: 19 mm Tongue and groove boards
Wood Type: Nordic Spruce
Double Doors: Yes
Log Thickness: 34 mm
- See more at: http://www.costco.co.uk/view/p/forest-garden-chiltern-34mm-log-cabin-13ft-1-x-9ft-8-40-x-30-m-installed-166622#sthash.jyMhoyag.dpuf
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Same cabin just cheaper built mine myself treated the log's etc with a clear preservative as i went then painted it a sage green outdoor wood paint.
Insulated roof with celotex boards and used fibre slate's with a small heater in used it all winter surprisingly warm even in the coldest of days.
Take some in over 60 on a Tuesday and get 10% off of it too.
You do have the Costco customer service though, which is awesomely good.
Currently looking at a Keops instead now. Their site makes for interesting reading, especially where insulation etc are concerned.
Lots of people were I live (in the country) seem to have caravans/mobile homes which they seem to use for temporary accomodation, office space etc.
Travellers sites pop up everywhere
That would be a really good UK hot deal!
The assemblers will blame the base that you prepared and the shed that Costco supplied.
Costco will blame the the assemblers they subcontracted and the base that you prepared.
Either buy an unassembled one for less money, and assemble yourself or pay a trusted handyman. Or find a shed company and get them to do the lot for you, including the base.
I also think to be a year round office, a log cabin will need some decent insulation all round in addition to double glazing.
I believe the included cost for assembly to be quite high
not saying that is any better just that it isn't all 19mm
Looks like no wall insulation and needs painting to protect.
http://www.forestgarden.co.uk/shop_product.asp?category=Features%20and%20Structures&subcategory=Log%20Cabins&product=Chiltern%20Log%20Cabin%204.0m%20x%203.0m
I suspect the quip about living in it was not a serious one, but the answer would be: not really.
Also don't forget 2% cashback for Executive Membership cardholders :smiley:
Either that or use a proper timber like larch.
Because this species has no insect or decay resistance qualities after logging, it is generally recommended for construction purposes as indoor use only (ex. indoor drywall framing). Spruce wood, when left outside cannot be expected to last more than 12–18 months depending on the type of climate it is exposed to.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/252318749792